Today we’d like to introduce you to Betty Shreffler.
Hi Betty , please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Burnout Was My Catalyst: How I Became a Wellness Practitioner
By Betty Shreffler
In 2020, I found myself at a crossroads—burned out, overwhelmed, and disconnected from my own well-being. Writer’s block consumed my creativity, anxiety attacks disrupted my work, and my depression and PTSD reached its lowest point. My body reflected this struggle, manifesting in unexplained health issues that doctors couldn’t pinpoint. Despite normal test results, I knew something deeper needed attention.
A pivotal anxiety attack led me to seek talk therapy, which helped me uncover unresolved trauma. But I soon realized healing required more than addressing symptoms—it needed a holistic approach that nurtured and healed my mind, body, and spirit.
Determined to heal at the root level, I immersed myself in studying holistic health and alternative medicine. Through this journey, I discovered the profound impact of stored trauma, chronic stress, and emotional burdens on physical and mental health. I explored various healing modalities, but three resonated most deeply: sound healing, breathwork, and yoga.
Sound healing became a sanctuary—melting away stress, soothing my nervous system, and fostering emotional balance. The gentle vibrations eased tension in my body, improving my patience, mood, and overall mental health. It became my go-to practice for relaxation and alignment.
My transformational experience with breathwork happened unexpectedly at a yoga retreat. In a group session, I felt years of repressed trauma rise to the surface, followed by a cathartic release—without needing to speak or relive painful memories. The technique worked through me, lifting emotional weight and dissolving limiting beliefs. I left the session feeling lighter, more free, and profoundly changed.
With regular sound healing, breathwork, yoga, meditation, and outdoor recreation, I reclaimed my well-being. My creativity returned, my exhaustion lifted, and my anxiety and depression faded away—even in crowded spaces. Stress no longer controlled me, and resentment no longer lingered. I moved beyond trauma in ways I never thought possible, even discontinuing anxiety and depression medications—an achievement I deeply cherish.
The benefits extended beyond me. Tuning forks relieved my joint and muscle pain, alleviated insomnia, and released the chronic tension I once carried. My family experienced similar transformations—my husband found relief from stress and pain, and my niece and nephew, both neurodivergent, responded beautifully to the calming effects of sound healing. Watching my nephew, who is non-verbal, instinctively seek out the tuning forks reaffirmed my belief in the power of this work.
Inspired by these profound shifts, a new passion arose and I pursued professional training and certifications in holistic healing so I could share these modalities with others.
Through my business, Women’s Wisdom and Wellness, I offer holistic healing services that provide stress relief, nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and the opportunity to reclaim mental and emotional well-being. Whether through Sound Therapy, Somatic Breathwork, Yoga, or Trauma-Informed Wellness Coaching, I am honored to guide others toward deeper healing, balance, and renewal.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No, it has not been a smooth road. Healing is not linear, nor is it comfortable. It requires a mindset shift and a deep commitment to choosing yourself and your healing. In our society, we’ve been taught that prioritizing self-care over the needs of others is selfish—but that belief is misguided. When we neglect our own well-being, we experience burnout, fatigue, mood swings, sleep deprivation, and, if left unaddressed, dis-ease in the body can manifest as disease.
This is a topic I teach often, because true mindset change begins with understanding that self-care is not a luxury—it is essential to our physical, mental, and emotional health. To serve and care for others with the best of ourselves, we must make our own well-being a priority. We cannot pour from an empty cup, nor can we grow without nourishment.
This is a lesson I had to learn personally, and it has become a cornerstone of my work. Whether the goal is personal growth or business expansion, it starts with shifting the mindset. By nurturing ourselves and moving through the discomfort that healing demands, we unlock profound transformation.
For many clients, embracing self-love and self-care is one of the greatest initial challenges. Yet once that shift takes root and they witness the transformation that healing and self-care bring, their outer world begins to mirror their inner world. Consistent self-care and healing become the foundation for greater well-being, inner peace, and joy.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Women’s Wisdom and Wellness?
Through my business, Women’s Wisdom and Wellness, I offer holistic healing services designed to relieve stress, regulate the nervous system, support trauma healing, and empower individuals to reclaim their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
As a certified practitioner, I specialize in sound therapy, vibrational tuning fork therapy, transformational breathwork journeys, somatic breathwork and wellness coaching, yoga, women’s wellness retreats, and curated healing events. My online offerings include transformational breathwork and somatic coaching sessions, allowing clients to experience deep healing from the comfort of their own space.
I also provide a unique service: onsite wellness experiences tailored for corporations, wellness centers, and private gatherings. These immersive sessions feature sound bath experiences and can be customized to include somatic exercises, breathwork, yoga, or trauma-informed healing journeys. I travel to your location to create a nurturing, restorative environment that meets your group’s needs.
Each month, I host women’s wellness events that center around self-care, relaxation, rejuvenation, healing, and meaningful community connection. These gatherings have become a beloved space for women to pause, replenish, and reconnect.
You can explore my services, find answers to frequently asked questions, and schedule sessions at www.womenswisdomandwellness.com.
I’m deeply passionate about this work. Whether clients seek transformation, personal growth, or simply a moment of peace, I’m honored to guide them toward healing.
In addition to my healing work, I’m also a USA Today Bestselling Romance Author with over 20 published books written under two pen names—Betty Shreffler and Betty Legend. Writing has been a lifelong passion, one that began when I was twelve years old. What started as a creative escape and a way to express my inner world blossomed into a dream: to hold my own paperback book in my hands.
Today, that dream lives on in every story I write. I love channeling emotion and imagination into my characters and crafting captivating stories that keep readers turning pages late into the night. Their heartfelt reviews and personal messages are a source of deep joy and affirmation, reminding me of the impact storytelling can have. Whether I’m guiding someone through a healing journey or building fictional worlds from my desk, I feel profoundly connected to my purpose—creating spaces for transformation, imagination, and emotional resonance.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
To stay informed about my monthly wellness events, you’re welcome to join my newsletter—sent once a month with a full schedule of upcoming offerings, including breathwork sessions, healing gatherings, and retreats.
You can support and follow Women’s Wisdom and Wellness on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, where I share event updates, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into my work.
I’m always open to wellness collaborations and love joining retreats as a guest facilitator. For inquiries or partnership opportunities, feel free to reach out via email at bettyshreffler@yahoo.com.
If you’d like to book a session or explore my full range of services, visit www.womenswisdomandwellness.com. I’d be honored to support your journey toward healing, relaxation, and personal growth.
Pricing:
- Sound Bath – Onsite Services – $150-200/hr
- Customized Corporate Wellness Services – $350-800/ single day event
- Somatic Transformational Breathwork – $90/90 minutes
- Somatic Breathwork and Wellness Coaching – $55/60 minutes
- Vibrational Tuning Fork Therapy – $60/60 minutes
Contact Info:
- Website: https://womenswisdomandwellness.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenswisdomandwellness/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenswisdomandwellness
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@womenswisdomandwellness
